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Advice, safety zones offered to students going to Saturday’s game

Published: October 31 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida Division of Student Affairs reminds students going to Jacksonville this weekend for the Florida-Georgia football to be smart and stay safe.

UF researchers: Tail vaccinations in cats could save lives

Published: October 31 2013

UF/IFAS study: In battle against flies, don't toss old bulbs

Published: October 31 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Restaurants and supermarkets could save millions of dollars by hanging on to bug zapper bulbs instead of tossing them every year as they normally do, a new University of Florida study has found.

$2.2 million gift to UF supports local teachers’ graduate studies

Published: October 31 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Gratitude to his high school teachers has inspired a Wisconsin attorney and winter resident of Gainesville to establish a scholarship fund at the University of Florida to help practicing schoolteachers earn graduate degrees.

UF survey: Adults lack basic knowledge on caloric intake

Published: October 30 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Adults generally don’t know how many calories they should consume daily to maintain their current weight, according to a new University of Florida survey, but that may not be a bad thing.

Jazz, blues festival helps to kick off Homecoming week

Published: October 30 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida College of Fine Arts teams up with UF Homecoming to present Gator Jazz & Blues Fest from 1 to 4 p.m. Nov. 3 at Flavet Field.

UF to offer free vehicle checks for mature drivers

Published: October 30 2013

Media advisory

Straight No Chaser, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy among UFPA's November performances

Published: October 29 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida Performing Arts' November offerings span a vast array of genres, highlighted by the "kings of swing," Big Bad Voodoo Daddy (Nov. 4), and a cappella group Straight No Chaser (Nov. 22), fresh off the release of its hit album "Under the Influence."

Shutdown spurs big drop in Floridians' confidence in economy

Published: October 29 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida's consumer confidence fell sharply in October to 71, down seven points from September and its lowest level in nearly two years, according to a new University of Florida survey.

Leader of Florida House to speak at Graham Center

Published: October 29 2013

AINESVILLE, Fla. — Will Weatherford, speaker of the Florida House of Representatives, will speak at the University of Florida’s Bob Graham Center at 6 p.m. Oct. 29 in the Pugh Hall Ocora.

Straight No Chaser, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy among UFPA’s November performances

Published: October 29 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida Performing Arts’ November offerings span a vast array of genres, highlighted by the “kings of swing,” Big Bad Voodoo Daddy (Nov. 4), and a cappella group Straight No Chaser (Nov. 22), fresh off the release of its hit album “Under the Influence.”

Successful entrepreneurs to share stories at local high school

Published: October 28 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at the University of Florida’s Warrington College of Business Administration is partnering with Buchholz High School to present the second annual panel discussion featuring local successful entrepreneurs and business leaders.

Bill Nye the Science Guy to speak at UF Nov. 21

Published: October 25 2013

UF announces Oct. 17-18 for 2014 Homecoming dates

Published: October 24 2013

Seven graduate students receive mentoring awards

Published: October 24 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida Graduate School and the Innovation through Institutional Integration, or I-Cubed, program have named seven graduate students as recipients of the 2013 Graduate Student Mentoring Awards.

Pride parade prompts detours for several RTS routes Saturday

Published: October 24 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Regional Transit System will have detours on Routes 5, 6, and 15 between 12:30 and 1:30 p.m. Oct. 26 for the Gainesville Pride Parade. These routes will bypass University Avenue between Southwest 10th Street and Southeast 1st Street.

Harn Museum examines cultural legacy of Kongo kingdom

Published: October 23 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Harn Museum of Art at the University of Florida this week opened the first exhibition at an American museum to deeply explore the legacy of Kongo culture.

UFIT seeks nominations to recognize great teams

Published: October 23 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida Information Technology Awards and Recognitions Program seeks to recognize teams whose members bring out the best in each other, serve customers with distinction, and honor those who work behind the scenes to keep university systems running.

Here are winners in Global Culture Photo Competition

Published: October 21 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida International Center has announced the winners of its 10th Annual Global Culture Photo Competition.

UF seeks students interested in working at new Wauburg challenge course

Published: October 18 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida RecSports plans to open a high-elements challenge course at Lake Wauburg in January and seeks UF students interested in training and employment as facilitators.

Jacksonville Business Journal: Joe Glover

Published: October 18 2013

Retired general named inaugural director of UF's Engineering Leadership Institute

Published: October 17 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A retired U.S. Army lieutenant general and former superintendent of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point has been named the inaugural director of the Engineering Leadership Institute at the University of Florida.

UF/IFAS nutrition professor can give advice about children's Halloween candy intake

Published: October 17 2013

Tip sheet

Session to provide information about internships

Published: October 17 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — An information session about several internship programs of possible interest to University of Florida students will be held at 6 p.m. Oct. 21 in Little Hall, Room 113.

New program helps UF veterinary students enhance business skills

Published: October 16 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Fourteen University of Florida veterinary students spent part of last summer analyzing financial reports, observing staff-client interactions in private veterinary hospitals and learning about practice management as part of a new externship aimed at sharpening students’ business skills.

UF celebrates opening of new St. Augustine exhibit with VIP event

Published: October 16 2013

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Interfaith panel will focus on women of faith

Published: October 16 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida religious leaders will gather to discuss what it means to be a woman of faith during a panel discussion Thursday.

UF faculty finds some mind-body therapies may reduce effects of functional bowel disorders

Published: October 15 2013

UF, Gainesville firm win grant to develop way to reduce preeclampsia deaths in Africa

Published: October 14 2013

Author-activist Noam Chomsky to speak at Phillips Tuesday evening

Published: October 14 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Renowned professor and political activist Noam Chomsky will speak at 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Phillips Center for the Performing Arts on the University of Florida campus.

The Scientist Magazine: Mark Martindale

Published: October 11 2013

The Tampa Tribune: W. Andrew McCollough

Published: October 11 2013

UF focuses on conflict resolution with series of events

Published: October 11 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida will offer a series of workshops, speeches and events as part of conflict resolution week, starting Monday.

Pink Pumpkin Fest raises breast cancer awareness and research support

Published: October 10 2013

Media advisory

Symposium examines aspects of immigration reform

Published: October 9 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — An immigration reform symposium looking at its political and cultural contexts will be held in two sessions on Thursday in Little Hall, Room L109.

University of Florida adds three webcams to Butterfly Rainforest exhibit

Published: October 9 2013

Renowned environmental journalist to present lecture on Rachel Carson

Published: October 9 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Award-winning environmental journalist William Souder, author of biographies of Rachel Carson and John James Audubon, will speak at the University of Florida Oct. 24.

First preeminence funding to advance new research frontiers

Published: October 9 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — With a computerized world generating colossal amounts of information, many experts believe the emerging science of big data will lead to bold new insights in fields from biology to business.

Popular bands Fitz & The Tantrums, Capital Cities coming to Phillips Nov. 11

Published: October 9 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Up-and-coming modern pop sextet Fitz & The Tantrums and alternative-dance duo Capital Cities will perform a free concert at 7 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.

UF scientists celebrate Nobel Prize for Higgs discovery

Published: October 8 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A team of University of Florida researchers who played a significant role in proving the existence of the Higgs boson – the so-called God particle — is celebrating today to mark the announcement that the Nobel Prize in physics has been awarded to the two scientists who nearly 50 years ago theorized the Higgs’ existence.

UF researchers find that 'peanut butter' test can help diagnose Alzheimer's disease

Published: October 8 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A dollop of peanut butter and a ruler can be used to confirm a diagnosis of early stage Alzheimer's disease, University of Florida Health researchers have found

University of Florida Foundation announces faculty professorship awards

Published: October 7 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A national leader in diabetes research and an engineer revolutionizing medical examinations are the first recipients of the University of Florida Foundation’s new Preeminence Term Professorships. The $25,000 awards recognize UF professors for their extraordinary accomplishments and the prestige they bring to the university.

New UF Transportation Institute to focus on interdisciplinary research

Published: October 4 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida College of Engineering today will launch the University of Florida Transportation Institute. Under its umbrella, departments, centers and programs from around the university will work together to better focus on safely and efficiently getting people where they need to go.

Researchers find potential link between gum disease and Alzheimer's

Published: October 3 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Oral bacteria from poor dental hygiene have been linked to brain tissue degeneration, according to new evidence from an international team of researchers

Cultural Plaza garage reserved for events Friday morning

Published: October 3 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Cultural Plaza parking garage, also known as Garage 11, at the University of Florida will be reserved from 7 to 11 a.m. Friday for events taking place at the Phillips Center for Performing Arts and the Harn Museum of Art.

Researchers find potential link between gum disease and Alzheimer’s

Published: October 3 2013

Miami Herald: Kevin Sabet

Published: October 2 2013

WUFT-FM anniversary poster features photographic collaboration

Published: October 2 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Public radio station WUFT-FM Florida’s 89.1 will honor its 32nd anniversary with a limited edition poster featuring an image by photographers John Moran and David Moynahan.

Planning starts for next phase of faculty online tool for sponsored activities

Published: October 2 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Phase II of the myinvestiGator application, the online tool designed for University of Florida faculty to increase accountability and efficiency in sponsored activities, is now under way.

Florida Lottery, UF hold ice cream social to honor Bright Futures recipients

Published: October 2 2013

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UF researchers report cats may be the key to human HIV vaccine

Published: October 1 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Blood from HIV-infected human subjects shows an immune response against a cat AIDS virus protein, a surprise finding that could help scientists find a way to develop a human AIDS vaccine, report University of Florida and University of California, San Francisco researchers.

UF-sponsored tailgater emphasizes fun without alcohol

Published: October 1 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida fans and University of Arkansas fans will come together Saturday for the second annual Greater Gator Tailgater.

UFPD publishes annual security and safety report

Published: October 1 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — In an effort to improve student and community safety awareness, use current technology (thereby conserving resources), and in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, commonly referred to as the Clery Act, the University of Florida Police Department has published its annual 2013 “UF Together for a Safe Campus – Annual Security Report and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR)” safety brochure

National security panel includes former spy, retired general, political leaders

Published: October 1 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — This year’s Allen L. Poucher Legal Education Series at the University of Florida will delve into the challenging world of national security with a panel including a retired four-star general, a former Florida governor, a former CIA spy and a current Florida senator.

$2.2 million gift to UF supports local teachers' graduate studies

Published: October 31 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Gratitude to his high school teachers has inspired a Wisconsin attorney and winter resident of Gainesville to establish a scholarship fund at the University of Florida to help practicing schoolteachers earn graduate degrees.

Art Bash showcases work of UF students’ visual arts

Published: October 17 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Art Bash 2013, an annual celebration of the visual arts featuring a wide array of projects by University of Florida art and art history students, will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18, at the UF Fine Arts Complex.

Associated Press: David Denslow

Published: October 2 2013

Economist David Denslow was quoted in a Sept. 19 Associated Press article about a decrease in Florida’s median household incomes.

Fox News: Janet Yamamoto

Published: October 14 2013

Janet Yamamoto, a professor of retroviral immunology, was quoted in an Oct. 4 Fox News article about a recent UF study that found cats may help develop a successful HIV vaccine for humans. The story was the result of a Health Science Center news release.

Huffington Post: Jennifer Stamps

Published: October 18 2013

Jennifer Stamps, a graduate student in the McKnight Brain Institute Center for Smell and Taste, was quoted in an Oct. 9 Huffington Post story about her research into how a peanut butter smell test could help confirm a diagnosis of early stage Alzheimer’s disease. The story and many others were the result of a Health Science Center news release.

Inside Higher Ed: John Biro

Published: October 11 2013

W. Andrew McCollough, associate provost for teaching and technology; John Biro, president of the UF chapter of United Faculty of Florida; and Marc Heft, UF Faculty Senate President; were quoted in an Oct. 1 Inside Higher Ed article about UF’s plan to offer online bachelor degrees. The article was the result of a Media Relations office news release.

Inside Higher Ed: Marc Heft

Published: October 11 2013

W. Andrew McCollough, associate provost for teaching and technology; John Biro, president of the UF chapter of United Faculty of Florida; and Marc Heft, UF Faculty Senate President; were quoted in an Oct. 1 Inside Higher Ed article about UF’s plan to offer online bachelor degrees. The article was the result of a Media Relations office news release.

Inside Higher Ed: W. Andrew McCollough

Published: October 11 2013

W. Andrew McCollough, associate provost for teaching and technology; John Biro, president of the UF chapter of United Faculty of Florida; and Marc Heft, UF Faculty Senate President; were quoted in an Oct. 1 Inside Higher Ed article about UF’s plan to offer online bachelor degrees. The article was the result of a Media Relations office news release.

Los Angeles Times: Jay Ritter

Published: October 11 2013

Finance professor Jay Ritter was quoted in multiple publications, including the Los Angeles Times, about Twitter’s IPO filing.

Orlando Sentinel: Philip Koehler

Published: October 2 2013

Entomology professor Philip Koehler was quoted in a Sept. 20 Orlando Sentinel article that focused on tips for surviving lovebug season.

Professor’s lecture examines current state of race in America

Published: October 15 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A distinguished professor in urban studies from the City University of New York is giving a free lecture at 5:30 p.m. today, Oct. 15, at the University of Florida under the title, “The Perennial Racial Divide: Two Steps Further, One Step Back.”

Reuters: Fred Gmitter

Published: October 18 2013

Horticulture professors Fred Gmitter and Jude Grosser were quoted in an Oct. 15 Reuters story about Florida’s effort to fight citrus greening that is affecting orange trees. The story and others were the result of an IFAS news release.

Reuters: Jude Grosser

Published: October 18 2013

Horticulture professors Fred Gmitter and Jude Grosser were quoted in an Oct. 15 Reuters story about Florida’s effort to fight citrus greening that is affecting orange trees. The story and others were the result of an IFAS news release.

The Christian Science Monitor: Bob Dekle

Published: October 18 2013

Law professor Bob Dekle was quoted in a Sept. 27 article in The Christian Science Monitor about a new trial for a woman who wants to use the “stand your ground” law for self-defense.

The Miami Herald: Chris McCarty

Published: October 11 2013

Chris McCarty, director of the UF Survey Research Center, was quoted in a Sept. 25 Miami Herald story about September’s Florida consumer confidence survey. The story and others were the result of a Media Relations office news release.

The Miami Herald: Robert H. Jerry II

Published: October 18 2013

Robert H. Jerry II, dean of the Levin College of Law, was quoted in an Oct. 13 Miami Herald article about how the recession has affected lawyers and the legal profession. A link is unavailable because the Herald is by subscription.

The New York Times: Diane H. Mazur

Published: October 2 2013

Law professor Diane Mazur was quoted in a Sept. 20 New York Times article about military hearings for sexual assault cases.

The Tampa Tribune: Joe Glover

Published: October 11 2013

Provost Joe Glover and W. Andrew McCollough, associate provost for teaching and technology, were quoted in a Sept. 29 Tampa Tribune article about UF’s plan to offer online bachelor degrees. The article was the result of a Media Relations office news release.

The Tampa Tribune: Scott Cody

Published: October 2 2013

Demographer Scott Cody was quoted in a Sept. 22 article in The Tampa Tribune about projected population growth in Florida.

UF News Budget: Oct. 14-18

Published: October 11 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Here are the releases the University of Florida’s media relations office expects to send next week, subject to change:

UF news for week of Oct. 21 listed

Published: October 18 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Here are the releases the University of Florida’s media relations office expects to send next week, subject to change:

UF news for week of Oct. 28 listed

Published: October 25 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Here are the releases the University of Florida’s media relations office expects to send next week, subject to change:

UF news for week of Oct. 7 listed

Published: October 4 2013

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Here are the releases the University of Florida’s media relations office expects to send next week, subject to change: